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Where’s the Beef?

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In Australia apparently! In my previous life as a research analyst. I spent two years traveling to Sydney and Melbourne for work. I loved both cities as they are beautiful and just so unique. They're huge bustling cities but they still kept their old world charm of small cafes and intimate restaurants. Aussies are very proud of their coffee, cafe culture and their food. I remember my workmates taking me to really amazing restaurants that served really wonderful Aussie cuisine. What I remember … [Continue reading]

To the sea…

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I remember that afternoon vividly. I was pumping milk for Noah at home and Noah was still in the NICU. It was a surreal Saturday afternoon because it was that week that we we talked to Noah's doctors who discussed with me and Dan that he may have Ds. I remember feeling so heavy, worn and lost. What kept me going was the thought that we will surpass whatever it is that we were going through. I believed that whatever heaviness I felt that day would soon dissipate. I told Dan that when Noah is … [Continue reading]

Fun Find: Vovarova Reversible Bag

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I have an everyday work bag that is structured and very "Corporate looking" the bag looks ready for business even if I don't 90% of the time (yes idaan sa bag hahaha). So  for the weekends, I have to switch bags because I need something that is lightweight but can still carry the tons of stuff I need to have with us all the time. In my case, I always have to bring my pouch of medicines and band-aids, chargers, my small kikay kit and my large wallet. Sometimes, David's water bottle, snacks and … [Continue reading]

Thursday Thoughts: Imperfection is….

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I have always thought about people living perfect lives with perfect hair, perfect skin, the perfect wardrobe and the perfect family. I have always thought about how wonderful it is to be on that side of the fence where the living is easy and everything is always ripe for the picking. I look at these people, follow them on their social media accounts or read their accounts online. It must be so fabulous to be these people! It must be so nice to not have problems AT ALL. And then I got to know … [Continue reading]

Fundraising is Fuuuun! Support Jess and Vico!

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Best Buddies Manila

Hallo there friends! I'm doing a quick post just to let you know that Best Buddies Manila is doing an online fundraiser for our ambassadors Jess and Vico. Every  year, Best Buddies holds its annual leadership conference in the US. It's a huuuge gathering of all Best Buddies chapters all over the world. I've only seen the videos but from what I've seen it's a fun, enriching event that hones the leadership skills of Best Buddies staff and ambassadors. There are a lot of fun activities and of … [Continue reading]